LAST ONE before EXTINCTION - The Stories of Five Endlings - Part 3

[@gwenpoole1071]

The Kauaʻi ʻōʻō's story is always the saddest for me. Desperately singing his part of a duet for a female who isn't out there. Probably within his lifetime it went from thousands of other calls to none.

[@squillamsquallace2468]

The recorded call is so sad, haunting, and beautiful.

[@Dan55888]

Hey, sounds like me

[@albatross4920]

It makes me wonder if that poor old bird could conceptualize the idea that he was the only one left 😢

[@AnimalsVehiclesAndMore]

It is sad, but there could be some undiscovered individuals out there, and we could always clone it.

[@RCSVirginia]

To @gwenpoole1071 As it is only recently extinct, there may be enough DNA left that it could possibly be recreated in the future. Who knows what will be possible a few decades from now?

[@iwoodbustanut7380]

To make you all even more depresso espresso after this video. There is another species that lived with the Baiji dolphins that went extinct: the Chinese paddlefish. It was a giant living fossil also endemic to the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers, and one of the largest freshwater fishes, growing up to 7m long. It went extinct around 2005-2010, leaving its filter-feeding relative, the American paddlefish, as the last living species of the family Polyodontidae.

[@Firestar-TV]

To me it's a Wonder that anything even still lives in that River. From what I've heard, nowadays it's just a gigantic polluted Dump

[@Firestar-TV]

@@HuckleberryHim great to read that. Maybe if there's the small Possibility that they might still exist, they could increase in Numbers again 🥰

[@brassbuckles]

@@Firestar-TV Unfortunately one of the main reasons for the extinctions was the damming of the river, which controlled flooding in the region and added hydroelectric power. Without the ability to freely navigate the river to and from feeding and breeding grounds, isolated populations found it difficult to survive. The dolphin population was fragmented by the dams, and so were the fish and salamander populations. Although cleanup may happen and it may not be too late for some species, China's not going to remove its dams at this point. Even if there are some surviving dolphins and paddlefish, their remnant individuals might be isolated and unable to approach one another to even attempt to reproduce, and even if they could, the genetic bottleneck would likely not do them any favors. What we should take from these stories is that we need to do better going forward. We can't undo what we've already done.

[@prasetyodwikuncorojati2434]

​@@brassbucklesthe salamanders population ironically reaching almost million in farms across China. But this dont helped giant salamanders either as the chinese giant salamander actually not just one species but five different species of subspecies that difficult to differentiate. And since the farm releasing wrong subspecies to random river that fit for salamander habitat, it potentially ruined genetically unique salamander that native in that river system

[@brassbuckles]

@@prasetyodwikuncorojati2434 This is information I didn't know, and it's really sad to hear that's the case.

[@funkylittlespacecowboy2372]

Learning that Lonesome George might have not actually been his species' endling is world changing to me

[@RCSVirginia]

To @funkylittlespacecowboy2372 Yes, and with selective breeding for the right traits, a replica for the Pinta Island Tortoise could be created. It would be even easier if they could find a pure-bred Pinta Island Tortoise where they found the hybrids.

[@peacheises]

I don't know how many people tell you this, but your content is amazing. I would like to thank you because you have inspired me to chase a biology degree and try to rediscover lost species when I'm older! I hope to someday go out into the fields to try and conserve dying species and rediscover ones that haven't been seen in decades! Thank you so much for helping me discover what I want to do with my future!

[@all.about.nature1987]

I don't get told that often, but I think that's amazing! We need more people in conservation, so I'm honoured to have played any part in inspiring that.

[@Ryodraco]

As sad as the story of Lonesome George is, and as much as the Galapagos have suffered, I've always found it amazing and gladdening that of all the major unique island faunas, the species in the Galapagos have managed to survive to the present day largely intact. I presume its a combination of their relative remoteness and simple luck that they didn't go down the path Madagascar, New Zealand, Hawaii and the Mascarenes did.

[@ChristineSG19]

I love this sad series. At least their stories are being told.

[@heavenbound32566]

I'm a nature nut and thoroughly enjoy your shows. Please don't stop making such excellent content. Thanks.

[@KnightOfZero117]

Everytime I hear about Lonesome George my heartbreaks.

[@Treeplanter73]

However recently they've found tortoise 's with a lot of similar genetics.

[@scottk4334]

Thank you so much for these videos. I am dyslexic but I love to lean new things. You have helped me to learn without needing to read. Thank you

[@Blazer_Tracer1111]

pls don't stop this series💔💔🙏🙏 you're content is the best but the algorithm doesn't promote it sadly.

[@CeratsTheCrunch]

Its basically Impossible that A.A.N doesn't end this at some Point,after all,every series Also has its own endling.

[@vinniepeterss]

yea, algorithm sucks

[@sarahmoorcroft8826]

Agree, have really been enjoying this series! But I’ll watch whatever AAN produces, one of the best nature channels on YT 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@ivelinstuff]

I actually started watching him because I got him on my recommended and I thought the videos were fun so I started watching more

[@alexramirez-zo1fx]

I found this video thanks to the algorithm lol

[@derppogopvp7430]

Your youtube channel is just magical. Going through a pretty tough time mentally right now but your content has rekindled my passion for extinct and endangered animals. Thanks so much ❤

[@lankakaaos]

I have liked this serie very much. This is very sad serie, but much needed one.

[@robrice7246]

12:15 In my Robertverse, I've been developing this concept of an alternate river route that was made south of the Yangtze that serves as a refuge for many of its endangered & recently extinct flora & fauna.

[@Ryodraco]

10:15 great video, but it should be noted this photo is of the amazon river dolphin.

[@Firestar-TV]

Definitely. The Body Shape is way too wrong to be a Chinese River Dolphin, so it definitely must be one of the american Species

[@scottwhite2757]

Your work is amazing , Thank you..

[@nckojita]

✨🌱 ! timestamps ! 🌱✨ 1:00 - norfolk island kākā 5:40 - kauai ō’ō 9:09 - baiji river dolphin 12:32 - quagga 17:26 - pinta island tortoise

[@TheVeggiekat]

That bird call was heartbreaking.

[@RCSVirginia]

The Quagga Project with its continuing creation of the Rau Quagga is a bright spot in conservation. It has accomplished a great deal so far, and with more selective breeding, it may very well bring back an animal that is quite similar to the original Quagga. If it is reintroduced to some of its former range, environmental factors could help shape its evolution to make it even more like its extinct kin. This is a great experiment. 'Tis terrific that All About Nature has mentioned it in another one of his excellent videos.

[@siggyvdz8213]

On the contrary, these kind of project are ecological nonsens. First, appearance don't mean equal ecological niche nor fonctions. And second, introducing living animal in a still exploted and destroyed environnement will never change anything. Same for the mamouth or sabberthooth lion project or other stupid billionard pseudo-environnemental friendly project. Maybe, the least absurd is about auroch as they also select on the behavior.

[@AncientWildTV]

@@siggyvdz8213 How can ppl balance the goals of de-extinction and rewilding projects w the need to address underlying environmental issues, like habitat destruction and ecosystem degradation

[@siggyvdz8213]

@@AncientWildTV maybe because it is the other side of the same coin ?

[@ericharris5299]

This is a very educational and amazing channel. Great job. Keep it up.

[@EmptyPuppetify]

I have loved every episode of this series, seeing another video from you pop up always makes my day. Thank you for your beautiful content.

[@freydycat1416]

Like that famous video of a Thylacine, the Kauai O’o’s last recorded call is something that will always be haunting to me, no matter how many times I’ve seen it. Also…Why did seeing the zebras bred to essentially be “new” quaggas make me teary? Anyways I love this channel so much: I watch your videos near obsessively. Your channel is up there with PBS Eons as my favorite nature channel.

[@morbiddawg]

Honestly, I have hesitations to watch this. I really don't like the topic as it makes me sad, but I have to see this video as this is one of my fave channels. Thanks you

[@Ladyp145]

As heartbreaking as the history of the Quagga is, at least we have learnt from our conservation failures. South Africa has some of the best breeding programs and conservation programs in the world. At least one thing to be proud of.

[@milkywaystars777]

Amazing content!! I hope you blow up soon you really deserve it ♡

[@caitlinsnowfrost8244]

Lonesome George's story always makes me sad. I had a book of record-breaking animals as a kid that was written while he was still alive- he was listed as the rarest animal in the world, with the text grimly noting that if no female was found, the species would go extinct once he died. I actually cried when I learned that he had passed away.

[@laurachapple6795]

I saw Lonesome George's mortal remains on display in the AMNH in New York. It was one of the saddest moments of my life.

[@gerhardhabibjoller7551]

Thank you AAN for another amazing video. Such an interesting topic, hope that part 3 is not the "Endling" of the Endslings series.

[@bradenengdahl4916]

Great video

[@pepercat17]

Bro. The fact that they’re trying to restore the Quaga is touching. I hope it works.

[@BMW7series251]

Another most interesting video. Thank you, John. UK.

[@booshbear]

that poor bird singing always makes me cry when i hear it

[@TreannaShreves-gray]

I love this series! I would like more insect's and arachnid's

[@Caliber-R]

The videos are informative but also sad. Very interesting.

[@00ImRightHere00]

Thank you for your video

[@SCPfan173]

The kauai o os calls are very haunting, even without prior knowledge of the fact that they came from the last of their species, they are still haunting nonetheless

[@lauriemartin490]

This has been such a tragic and lovely series. After each episode, I reflect on the sad plight of the different species and am so angered to think of how many thoughtless and cruel decisions by humans brought about their end.

[@jancyvargheese5351]

Great video, mate. Thanks

[@alango4651]

What about Najin and Fatu? The both last females of the northern white rhinos. Their story should be told too.

[@Firestar-TV]

Could be wrong but isn't the male still alive? Or at least was until recently? A Shame that they were too old to breed😞

[@alango4651]

@@Firestar-TV Sudan, the last male died. Only Najin and Fatu are alive.

[@Firestar-TV]

@@alango4651 oh ok. Thanks for clarifying that👍🏻

[@jordyb57]

The species hasn’t gone extinct yet….. pls look up the definition of an endling

[@flaky9999]

@@jordyb57 they pretty much are endlings because the older female is too old to reproduce and there is no male dna to impregnate the younger female

[@aDaewooLanos]

Kākā is more pronounced like 'car car' rather than a quick 'kaka'. The macron elongates the sound in Māori, at least it's like that in NZ with our Kākā. I'd imagine the Norfolk one was probably pronounced the same but yeah.

[@WillWaters-p1t]

Just about the saddest vide i've seen on this platform 😢💔 💔

[@ISAF_Ace]

Can’t believe you’ve not mentioned Encephalartos woodii, the world’s loneliest bachelor. He has been cloned several times, but he’s the only one of his kind left.

[@Demivrge]

Yay part 3!

[@Looshington]

777th like ;) Just subbed. Content right up my alley! Woohoo!🎉

[@Treeplanter73]

Please, a series of species successes.

[@all.about.nature1987]

My next series is on this exact thing. First video will drop this Saturday

[@christianlifesofpets8549]

Awww I remember when George died it was sad and that cool that they’re may be one still

[@franciscochavez1123]

i hate what happened to all these endlings, but I will like to se more of them

[@cutecworpse]

love your videos you’re awesome

[@Firestar-TV]

It would be interesting to find out if there were any Species whose last Member was kept as a Pet instead of living in a Zoo or a Research Facility. There was a Case of some Guy who claimed to have acquired a Glaucous Macaw, but I think it turned out later to actually just be a Lears Macaw

[@lexthebored8122]

I wonder what would happen if we either reintroduced or introduced animals into their historical ranges or animals that are similar to the fauna that used to live there.

[@EmpressOfExile206]

The 🐢's flying through the air like a sack of potatoes hanging underneath the helicopter had me cracking up‼️😭💀 Sidenote: If lonesome George proved that purebred Pinta × Wolf Volcano 🐢's are incompatible; yet on Wolf Volcano they found 🐢's with DNA from Pinta & Floreana species (both presumed extinct) that were 50% Pinta... That means probably a single F-🐢 was dumped on the largest island and happened to go to Wolf Volcano where the compatible WV-🐢 lived and made WV×F-hybrids. Then a single P-🐢 that was also dumped on that huge island ended up at the *same* 🌋 where they couldn't breed with the WV-🐢's but they _were compatible_ and mated with the WV×F-hybrids! That's an amazing series of coincidence that ended up preserving 2 otherwise extinct lineages‼️

[@axeljasonjajalla2890]

can you tell me who are this six brids at 9:04

[@robrice7246]

8:26 Is it possible that he may have survived until the arrival of Hurricane Iniki?

[@robrice7246]

Thus making it somewhat ironic in that it not only affected a film crew about resurrecting extinct dinosaurs, but it also killed off a living dinosaur.

[@lawful_]

15:00 What in the world is that map?

[@CharlesStearman]

Europe as it was in 1872 - it says so in the top left.

[@lawful_]

@@CharlesStearman That's not what 1872 looked like in Europe - I looked it up and it's an r/imaginarymaps post.

[@Googers503]

If anyone wants a really impactful documentary to watch I highly recommend racing against extinction.

[@sjs817705]

Great video, in my opinion, I don’t think we should look for any extinct species because if we do, some dumbass poacher or illegal hunter will go find and kill it as a great man once said “If you see a Tasmanian Tiger, for their sake no you didn’t.” There’s a great award winning animation called ‘Ō’Ō’: The Last Voice of Kauai. It focuses on the Kaua’i ‘Ō’Ō’ and the last males call to a female that would never come and in the Hurricane that would sadly kill him their are drawings of other extinct animals that we caused the extinction of. It’s a sad animation but incredibly powerful.

[@TayePurks]

Lonesome George was a very old man, over a century… they couldn’t have thought to do some genetic testing on turtles just a bit sooner? Damn

[@Firestar-TV]

Who the Hell feeds a Parrot Dairy Products?😨

[@alybachmeier1116]

Do you think you can fix the subtitles? They seem a bit off! ❤ ur videos!!!!

[@rylandvincent6787]

For the algorithm. 🤘

[@winterdeath.406]

W content

[@zackhall7094]

I've heard of an antelope species that was in family of antelopes as the Sable Antelope. They were called "Bluebuck's". They lived in a small section of South Africa and went extinct in either 1799 or 1800, but they apparently have whole body taxonomies at in Paris and Belgium. That's where things get weird, see I was trying to find the taxonomy in virtual tour of the Belgian taxonomy but I couldn't find it. That's where I need to ask this question. Does Paris and Belgium still have it? If so, where would they keep it now? I only seen one picture and video made in France about the taxonomy on the Bluebuck's Wikipedia page.

[@SnubbyDaArtist]

I’m pretty sure that the Belgian taxonomy is in the natural history museum of Belgium, as a Belgian myself, I might go check or ask.

[@zackhall7094]

A small update: There's apparently also another full body taxonomy in a museum in Austria. But forgot the name of the museum.

[@LucydelaValliere]

There are four bluebucks: One in Stockholm (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet), Vienna (Naturhistorisches Museum Wien), Leiden (Naturalis) and Paris (Muséum national d’histoire naturelle). Once there were ten of them but they tested all of them in 2021 and only those four remained as the real ones.

[@Dan55888]

It's amazing how in the past people were so uninhibited to just hunt an animal to extinction. It's ridiculous that they just start like eating a species on a limited space like an island and then go "oh no! They are all gone? If only for one sevond we thought of a more sustainable way than just ravaging them from the wild whenever we feel like it" I know people still do it today but i believe they are at least aware of what they are doing, they just dont care because of shit like profit.

[@austinhinton3944]

The Bison nearly suffered the same fate, slaughtered my the thousands just for their tongues. "There's so many, what's 100 more bison?"

[@jordanapgar8907]

But We Just Don’t Know Maybe The Yangtze River Dolphins Could Be Still Alive Out There Somewhere In The Yangtze River!! P.S but as long as we keep on protecting and preserve and natural wild habitats all around the world, we might stand better chances to save,protect and preserve highly endangered species especially the yangtze river dolphins from extinction!!

[@enzoguevara6699]

Floreana island giant tortoise

[@magimike1618]

As children of God, we have failed in the cases of all these species to care for them

[@eliaatonio3017]

Couldnt the Baiji be smart enough for a population to have left the Yangtze once the river became unliveable? Couldnt they have used a tributary to find cleaner and less populated water? Possibly even left China all together?

[@BearZerks]

It sucks to hear that 70% of bird species in hawaii are extinct. What is the government of hawaii doing?

[@MrsFrogmother1]

Oh well.

[@UrLocalblackmmohammadfan]

What about extinct Animals came back from Extinction

[@vijaynaveenvijaynaveen4470]

if immediate precautions not taken soon all siberian tigers,siberian leopard & elephant will become extinct already we lose javan tiger & bali tiger

[@christianspada1116]

White the quagga. white father (khumba) the leader white quagga. white mother (tombi) the American zebra. baby white the baby quagga. quagga herd. On the jurassic world rebirth. Born squad. And khumba 2.

[@thequackyest3604]

:O

[@Nilewhite411]

Sad & yet humerus is that world wide prisoners still to this day eat Kah kah.

[@monicamares9198]

last that we know of, humans haven't traveled 100% if the world

[@Fede_99]

Lmao 😂